GalleryZoo Newborn Named for Gold Medal Gymnast
Strong. Acrobatic. Agile. That describes the newest shark swimming at the Minnesota Zoo – and the celebrated local Olympian she is named for. Look who’s new Read More
GalleryConsensus for a Census: One Way to Save Sharks and Rays
Through a program called SAFE – Saving Animals From Extinction – zoos and aquariums come together to support conservation of all 1,200-plus shark and ray Read More
GalleryLeafy, Weedy, Wild and Rare: Seadragons at the Minnesota Zoo
In Discovery Bay, there are ocean animals as rare as four-leaf clovers – which means the Minnesota Zoo is very lucky to have them! Meet Read More
GalleryFlippered Friends in Need
The two yearling sea lions couldn’t even lift their heads. They were in a pen with two individuals farther on the road to recovery but Read More
GalleryMeet Our Team: Life Support Operator Josh Moline
When talking with Josh Moline about his work and passion for coral conservation, it’s easy to forget that the outlook for much of the world’s Read More
GalleryMeet Our Team- Aquarist Becky Duchild
Becky Duchild is clear and to the point when asked why she pursues the work she does. “I love sharks,” she answers. “I think they Read More
GalleryBehind the Scenes: Coral Conservation
Minnesota, being many miles from the nearest ocean coastline, may not be the most likely place to find coral conservation, but at your next visit Read More
Behind the Scenes with Animal Health
By 9 am on a typical Thursday, many working folks have downed a cup of coffee or two, settled in at their computers, and perhaps Read More